There will be no fireworks event in Pype Hayes for Bonfire Night in Birmingham in 2017.

Instead cash-strapped Birmingham City Council has confirmed that the once popular family event has yet again been axed for Pype Hayes Park, near Erdington.

The revelation means that there will be no official council-run event for the THIRD consecutive year running either in or around Birmingham for November 5.

Back in 2015 and 2016 the city council blamed the failure to reach a deal with a sponsor for the popular community event, which was one of Birmingham’s best-known fireworks displays that had run for decades, being scrapped.

Thousands of people traditionally flocked to watch Pype Hayes bonfire and fireworks spectacular in previous years

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And in the wake of continuing budget cuts the council has cited the failure to secure an event partner to help fund the event once again this year for the decision not to hold the annual extravaganza.

The council’s Deputy Leader, Coun Ian Ward, said: “Well publicised budget cuts means Birmingham, like most local authorities, is facing significant financial pressures. As a result, we have to find partners to help fund our events.

“However, as a partner for this event has not been found, the fireworks display at Pype Hayes will not be taking place.”

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Bonfire Night 2018

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The decision to shelve the event - last held back in 2014 and attracted thousands of city families - has been met with widespread disappointment in the last two years and the latest news is expected to garner the same reception.

But don’t worry if you want to mark the annual anniversary with family and friends there are many alternatives on offer in and near Birmingham, including in Edgbaston, and they include both FREE and paid for events, such as a sci-fi themed spectacular at Drayton Manor Park.

Drayton Manor Theme Park is one of the places you'll be able to see fireworks this Bonfire Night. Pictured here are the fireworks at last year's celebration.